Week of May 3, 2026

My sisters and brothers in Jesus Christ,

This weekend’s Scriptures remind us that every Christian is called to be an ambassador for Christ. An ambassador does not live merely for himself or herself. An ambassador represents another. An ambassador carries a message that is not self-invented, but entrusted. Saint Paul tells us that God has entrusted to us the message of reconciliation, and Jesus sends his disciples into the world with the Great Commission: “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations.”

This mission is not reserved only for clergy, theologians, or those with official titles. By baptism, each of us is called to make Christ known in the world. We do this through our words, but also through mercy, forgiveness, patience, courage, humility, and love. We share the Good News when we point others toward the mercy of God, when we refuse to let division have the final word, and when we live as people who believe that, in Christ, old things can pass away and all things can become new.

The Gospel is not simply something we admire from a distance. It is something we are sent to embody. Christ says, “I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Because he is with us, we can go into our families, workplaces, communities, and daily responsibilities as witnesses of his reconciling love. Now is the acceptable time. Now is the day of salvation. Now is the time to live as ambassadors of Christ.

This weekend we also released a new video titled “Baptism in the Holy Spirit: Promise, Power and Purpose.” This reflection explores the biblical and practical meaning of being baptized in the Holy Spirit. It presents this gift not as a badge of spiritual superiority, but as God’s power for holiness, bold witness, spiritual gifts, unity, and mission. The Holy Spirit reveals Jesus, forms Christlike character within us, equips the Church for service, and empowers us to share the Good News with courage and love.
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We also continue to post videos of our weekend liturgies on YouTube and Facebook. As always, we welcome your prayer intentions. We need to support one another as the Body of Christ, so that together we may make Christ’s presence known on earth.
Peace,
Rev. Ben